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Tuesday, January 26, 2016

I'm so excited to finally share what Amy Sinibaldi's Paperie fabric inspired me to make. Little Bubbles has been fluttering around my house for the past month, as my daughters have snuck in a few cuddles with her here and there. She's in a new spot everyday. I was thrilled Amy asked me to be a part of her blog hop because I knew her fabrics would make the cutest little doll. I didn't skimp on this and kinda broke the mold on her. If you are familiar with my Sizzix Doll dies, you'll notice her arms and legs are not the same as the ones on the doll die. These arms and legs are from the Sizzix Fox die. The pieces are all interchangeable - she's my first bit of proof.

For her outfit - I made Bubbles a little "bubble dress" with puffy sleeves. It was easy to make and looks really cute with a little tulle underneath (my daughter took the tutu from my ballerina doll and added it underneath at one point. It's not shown here - but I'll share that pic when I post the dress tutorial tomorrow). I also decided to give her sweet little capris with some lace detailing) same as on the sleeves). I finished off her dress with two beautiful buttons designed by Jane from "Quilt Jane". Because she lives in Maine - Bubbles clearly needed her own little infinity scarf to keep her warm.

Bubbles is quite unique as you can see from her pink hair and dual hair buns on top. She loves to knit in her free time and travel. Beside her is her little Mini Co-Pilot bag - she loves a good adventure - that word has become her middle name. The word 'adventure' and the bag fit her perfectly.She ven brings her scissors along for some crafty traveling.

Info on making the bag MINI: I made this mini bag for her using Sara Lawson's Co-Pilot pattern from her new Windy City book. I took Sara's bag measurements and divided them by 4. I then took the pattern piece for this bag and shrunk it down to 25% of the original size. Because I changed the size - the seam allowance was no longer the same as required. To fix this - I cut off the seam allowance and added an accurate allowance back on. This kept the pattern 100% accurate in shape and dimensions. This is something I always recommend to people using my patterns (or anyone's patterns) if they make them smaller or larger than advised. I used some Soft and Stable from Patterns by Annie (only one layer for the bottom and sides) to give it body, and of course had to add a little scissor tag to the zipper pull.

If you would like a chance to win a charm pack of Amy's new Limited Edition Paperie fabrics from Art Gallery Fabrics - please leave a comment below (OR on my instagram pic of Bubbles). I'll pick a winner and advise next Tuesday. (EDIT: Thank you to everyone for entering the giveaway here and on my IG feed. Congrats to Kimberly R for winning).

Thanks so much for stopping by and thank you Amy for letting me play with your fabrics. Please sign up for my emails to get info about new patterns, new dies, future sales and other fun stuff. I have yet to send out my first one - but I will soon and will surely include something fun.

Disclaimer: I received some fabric from Amy to use for this blog post. I also received a copy of Sara's book and some Soft and Stable since I hadn't ever used it before, as well as the buttons all the way from Australia from Jane. All of the opinions are my own and none of the links above are affiliate links because Maine is crazy like that. Any knitting featured in this story was created by one of my talented daughters.

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Bubbles is adorable! But, seriously that bag?!! It's awesome! I love the perfect fussy cutting and little details that you added. Bubbles is by far the most stylish little knitter in all the land, dressed to the 't' in her gorgeous Paperie.

The thing I love so much about your dolls/softies is the fanciful stories you create for them and the accessories and embellishments that make those stories "real" - The scarf, her knitting WIP, the buttons and lace, THAT BAG!!! Bubbles is so adorable! - chelengeorge

Bubbles is adorable! Love how you fussy cut the fabric for the bag, and the mini scissors for the zipper pull! I want one of those bags for myself! Thank you for this giveaway. chocolatewiskers@aol.com

Gosh!!! What a cute project! Love the bag the best. First time visitor to your blog, but now will be a frequent visitor, I am very impressed. Thank you for the chance to win. Hope I do win :o)Aparna Mulgund

I must say, I have been searching for a doll for my little grand daughter and your Bubbles has to be my favourite. I'm new to your blog and would love info on how I can get your patterns, fabric etc. Tammy

Bubbles is so very precious! I love every beautiful little detail she so proudly wears! She is a doll after my own heart. I need to get a Sizzix, I'd love to make your Little Bubbles Doll for my granddaughter : ) I also love Amy's Paperie fabric it is so soft and romantic and her color choices are perfect. XO

I absolutely love your blog and creations! I just started getting into sewing and still a very much beginner! Big fan of your IG page and now here too. Thanks for sharing all your wonderful creativity!!Aloha from Hawaii <3

Your doll and Amy's fabric are so precious. Something about them just remind me so much of the things my mom used to sew for me, the precious things she would create. Thanks for sharing this with us, and thank you for the chance to win a bit of Paperie of our own.

Oh my goodness, she is absolutely adorable. I love all the extra little touches. The details are what set your little Bubbles apart. I especially love her braided buns. Anywho... thanks so much for sharing your talents. They truly are a gift from God.

Oh my goodness, she is absolutely adorable. I love all the extra little touches. The details are what set your little Bubbles apart. I especially love her braided buns. Anywho... thanks so much for sharing your talents. They truly are a gift from God.

Paperie is the top of my favorite new fabric list. I am a doll maker/pet maker/quilt and bag maker ... I make everything. LOL I love Bubbles. She is so sweet and her little bag and dress are absolutely perfect!! Thanks for sharing.

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